What are the responsibilities and job description for the Light Equipment Operator position at Macon-Bibb County Government?
The Light Equipment Operator is responsible for work in the operation of light duty motorized equipment and the performance of manual tasks in connection with such operations.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and understand written materials. Ability to effectively communicate information to supervisors, employees, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a professional manner in order to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and/or provide service. In addition, this position requires extensive contact with supervisors, other employees, and the general public.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to interpret and understand a variety of forms, reports, manuals, regulations, and other means of instruction and guidance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires light demands with intermittent sitting, standing, walking, computer use, and occasional lifting of lightweight objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is both an outdoor and an indoor office work area.
- Operates light-duty equipment such as small pick-up trucks, four yard dump trucks, flatbeds, riding mower, small or farm tractor, bucket trucks, backhoe, and street sweeper.
- Picks up trash, leaves, junk and other debris and delivers to landfill.
- Loads materials and supplies and delivers to the assigned location.
- Performs duties such as catch basin cleaning, pipe laying, recreation facility maintenance, and street patching.
- Performs minor maintenance and servicing of vehicles, as needed.
- Notes and reports malfunctions of equipment to the proper authority.
- Operates medium and heavy equipment under close supervision and on occasional basis as may be required.
The Light Equipment Operator should possess at a minimum of at least one (1) year experience in operating equipment such as small pickup trucks, riding mowers, small or farm tractors, etc.; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Possession of a valid GA Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
- The Light Equipment Operator is required to travel frequently throughout Bibb County.
The Light Equipment Operator must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts:
- Knowledge of the operation of various types of light equipment, such as trucks, mowers, and tractors.
- Knowledge of traffic laws and ordinances pertaining to the safe and legal operation of trucks and equipment.
- Ability to make minor adjustments, maintenance, and perform service work.
- Ability to withstand constant jerking and bouncing while operating equipment.
- Ability to learn the general layout of Macon-Bibb County.
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and with members of the general public.
(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and understand written materials. Ability to effectively communicate information to supervisors, employees, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a professional manner in order to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and/or provide service. In addition, this position requires extensive contact with supervisors, other employees, and the general public.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to interpret and understand a variety of forms, reports, manuals, regulations, and other means of instruction and guidance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires light demands with intermittent sitting, standing, walking, computer use, and occasional lifting of lightweight objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is both an outdoor and an indoor office work area.
If you have any problems submitting your application, please contact the NeoGov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 855-524-5627, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET)
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Salary : $35,797
